If you don’t have Medicare all figured out, you’re not alone. Medicare is very complicated to understand and even get into.

It is important that you start planning to enroll in Medicare in a timely manner, that is, before turning 65. But it’s not necessary for everyone, some people can completely defer Medicare depending on individual situations.

In this episode of the Secure Your Retirement podcast, Diane Omdahl helps us understand more about Medicare. She is co-founder of 65 Incorporated, a recognized Medicare expert, and entrepreneur. Listen in to learn about Medicare plans, their differences, and the factors to consider before choosing a plan.

In this episode, find out:

• Diane’s medical and home care background and how it led her to become a Medicare expert.
• Why you should start planning for Medicare 9 months to a year before turning 65.
• The Medicare complexities depend on situations and why you should be careful.
• Open enrollment – the opportunity to change your plan and why you should pay attention.
• Medicare landscape and the factors to consider when choosing any Medicare part.
• Understanding the original Medicare and Medicare Advantage rules and differences.
• The common mistakes people make when choosing a Medicare plan.
• The role a financial advisor plays in educating their clients about Medicare.

Tweetable Quotes:

• “Ninety-nine percent of people in a Medicare Advantage plan face prior authorization.”- Diane Omdahl
• “When it comes to Medicare, the smart person’s the one that realizes she/he needs help.”- Diane Omdahl

Get in Touch with Diane:

• Website: https://www.65incorporated.com/  

Email: [email protected]

Resources:

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